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Mercedes GLE vs Skoda Kamiq comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Skoda Kamiq?

Mercedes GLE vs Skoda Kamiq: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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Skoda Kamiq

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Skoda Kamiq is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 56,644 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes GLE uses 3.2 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Skoda Kamiq with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

Kamiq

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes GLE offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 435 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers considerably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is substantially lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 1,159 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers visibly more boot space – 655 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries markedly more – 770 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 231 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLE is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £78,900
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Mercedes GLE

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 309 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 91 - 104 km
Mercedes GLE
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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Skoda Kamiq

The Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.

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Mercedes GLE
Skoda Kamiq

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
121 - 128 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
1,231 - 1,340 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
400 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,793 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
439 - 539 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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